Our dear Maggie went over the rainbow bridge at around 12:30pm today. She had suddenly passed out while at the vet hospital. They were there to react immediately. They tried oxygen and everything they could to revive her. But in the end she didn't make it. He said it was peaceful and she was in no pain. I feel horrible I wasn't there when she left. We are wrecked with sadness, just this time last week she was her normal playful self. Thank you for all your kind and wonderful comments it really does help.

I'm so sorry, Claudine, I really thought she was going to be okay. You're in my thoughts. I'm so glad you got time with her yesterday. Even though Maggie's time was short the love she felt was great! Please take care.

I'm so sorry. I'm usually a lurker, but I wanted you to know you are in my thoughts today. We have two cats, ages 12 and 13, and I can't imagine your loss. Please take care of yourself and allow youself time to grieve.

Hi Claudine, i usually lurk but I too wanted you to know that that you are in my thoughts. I've never had a cat before. Yesterday I rescued a little kitty from the streets, at first I didn't want to keep him, but reading about all the quality moments you've had with Maggie has made me change my mind, life is too short. He needs a new home... and I hope that I'll give him as nice a life as you have for Maggie. I'm sooooo sorry for you, take care.

I am so sorry to hear about your loss Claudine...there is such a bond with us and our animals and my heart just breaks for you...she is still with you, only in spirit now, but you will be together again...

Oh Claudine, I am so sorry for ya'lls loss. I am a huge animal lover, so I totally empathize with you. We all know she is in a better place without pain & with eternal life, but loss is always hard. You are in my thoughts.

I am usually a lurker, but as a mom to two cats I had to tell you tears are streaming down my cheeks for your loss. However, we hope you feel comfort in knowing that each of us recognizes without hesitation that you and Paul were a wonderful, loved-filled blessing to Maggie, and she you.

Oh gosh...I'm so sorry you lost your little kitty art partner. You and Paul gave her the happiest life...she never could have asked for a better kitty life. It's truly heartbreaking and my thoughts are with you and the rest of your furry family...

OMG Claudine! Maggie was only 4 years old? This is just shocking and I am so sorry! You must be shell-shocked! I lost a kitten who didn't even make it to two years old (cancer) and I really understand. I'll hug my little bunch a bit tighter tonight and think of you. Again, I am so sorry. jood

Claudine and Paul, My warmest thoughts are with you! You gave Maggie a perfect family, filled with fun and love that she felt every moment of her life. I know a very special animal now is racing toward you, so a new flower can bloom on your family tree. With sympathy and a big hug,~Karen (yes, I have 2 cats)

Big bugs to you Claudine. I have three furry boys, and yet my thoughts often go to Gilbert (Little Face) who was mauled by a dog three years ago. I logged on this morning so sure that I would hear she was better. Take Care.

You are such an inspiration to many. Your sweet Maggie and all those you come in contact with have been blessed by your love and sincerity. It is obvious that Maggie loved you very much and she certainly knew how much she was loved. She will surely be missed.

Claudine,Even though I don't have a pet, the way you talked about Maggie, Toby and Mabel, helps me understand the amazing and deep bond you have with them, I am so sorry you are going through this, I hope you feel better soon.

Dear Claudine:I also feel wrecked with sadness thinking about your beloved Maggie's passing. Her untimely transition to rainbow bridge completely sucks and it seems so unfairgiven her youth and the love that you have for her. Give your self time to grieve and to rest. You have been through an awful ordeal; I am just so sorry that you are going thought this heartache right now. You and your beautiful Maggie and Toby are in my thoughts and prayers.Take care,JL

((hugs)) Aw, Claudine, I'm so sorry to hear about this. It's so hard to lose a beloved pet. But remember that she was lucky to have you and Paul for the time she did. You two blessed each other. I bet Melvis was there to greet her when she went to the bridge. I'm so sorry. :( I wish I could say something brilliant to make you feel better. I know this feeling, I've been there. You make yourself feel guilty, you get angry, you feel sad... Just remember that you'll see her again someday. ((hugs)) I'm thinking of you.

oh claudine, i'm at a loss for words and not sure what to say. i came back today not expecting this. i'm so very sorry. my heart is bursting at the seams. HUGE hugs to all of you. i hope you can find some peace soon. HUGE hugs, rachel

Oh Claudine, I am so so sorry to hear about your dear sweet maggie. My heart goes out to you. I know how difficult it can be do loose a loved friend and studio companion. I know that there is nothing I can say to make you feel any better, but know that you and Paul are in my thoughts and prayers and I am sending my deepest condolences for your loss. AND a long distance hug. Stay strong and I hope that you will find comfort in knowing that she is no longer suffering. MORE HUGS.

I am SO sorry for your loss! It is the hardest thing to loose a pet because they are there 24-7 for us!My prayers.. thoughts and wishes are with you during this difficult time!If you would like I can add her to my "best friends blog" a blog I created in memory of the pet's we've lost and loved when my dear doggie Bailey passed on...Let me know if you would like me to add miss maggie via email!The blog is http://baileysbliss.blogs.com/bestfriends/

Dear Claudine,You gave given me so much creative inspiration over the years and I too am a Cat person so I wanted to give something back. I have lost one Kitty (a childhood pet) and currently have two Kittys who are my LIFE. I know that even if I hear a sniffle or an odd bowel movement my heart goes into my mouth in panic so I truly understand the loss you must be feeling. Though it is of little consolation I want you to know that you are in my prayers and my Kitty Boys Pablo and Dharma also send their healing blessings. Dear Maggie is indeed a Kitty "Angel" and sometimes Angels have other jobs to do in heaven* Have faith in the gifts and blessings Maggie has brought.Healing HugsKittyBaroque, melbourne, Australia

I am so sorry for your heartbreaking news and I share in your sadness. I lost my dear Jespah 4 years ago and there are still times that I ache for him. But I know that Maggie had a wonderful time in her short life and you and Paul are responsible for that. So take comfort in knowing that you are such excellent feline parents and gave her a little bit of heaven on earth.

Oh Claudine - buckets of hugs and love to you. I am so sorry! Thank you for everything you both do for all the sweet animals. And for giving me such amazing advice with my kitty. You are such a wonderful person to the animals. My heart is broken about you losing sweet Maggie - your art partner.Maggie, you and Paul are in my heart and thoughts.

While reading your blog updates the past few days about Maggie, I couldn't help but fell a deep sadness today after learning that she's passed on. I am so sorry for your loss. Be grateful for the good times you had with her for she is to have had you too!

Claudine,I am so so sorry. Our pets fill a special place in our hearts and it's heartbreaking when they leave us. All we can do is love them while they are here and comfort ourselves in the knowledge that we gave them love and comfort. Maggie was very lucky to have you for her short time on earth.

we seem to have the same "luck" as far as kitties go. i remember last year when you and i each lost a kitty on the SAME day.. and now, we each lose another kitty within a month of one another. what are the chances of that?!

i am so sorry to hear about your loss. my Hobbes was the love of my life and my Soul Mate of the Animal Kingdom.

dear ClaudineI have just been back and read your posts about Maggie. I have 2 Pugs who are my children and I am in tears because I know I would be equally distraught if it were one of my two. My heart and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.Kass Hall